Are you taking measurements? Sometimes the pounds don't change but you can still be losing inches.

I don't have anything to offer re: the fat fast. I've tried it for a day here and there. *shudder* It grosses me out.

Are you exercising at all? That will improve insulin sensitivity in your muscles.

Good luck - I'm getting back into it myself. I lost a bunch of weight but let depression take hold over the winter and now I gained every pound back and they brought 7 new friends!!